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3 Little Known Security Secrets that Can Make A BIG Difference

If you’ve been following us long you know that we’re always harping on about security here at Mannassi IT Solutions. We firmly believe that a solid offense is the best defense, especially when it comes to protecting your data and by extension your business. The big threats most everyone is aware of; malware, ransomware, phishing scams etc. But what are the most overlooked security threats? Here’s three security vulnerabilities that are oft forgotten.

1: Where’s that WiFi coming from?Ever sent a personal email over the coffee shop WiFi? It’s not secure! One of the top ways hackers can break into your laptop or cell phone is by using a public wifi connection. Not to mention, if you’re required to be HIPAA compliant, sending an email that contains ePHI over an unsecured WiFi connection is a big no no.

2: Calling all charging ports!You’ve probably been stranded in an airport at some point in your life, with your cell battery running low and so many work emails to answer. Many airports have provided a simple solution, USB charging ports. But these ports are often home to those with nefarious purposes! A USB is a simple way to break into your device, so plugging in to a public USB connection is kind of like wearing a sign that says “KICK ME”.

3: Ma, don’t write down your password!One of the top ways someone can get into your computer is when you’ve written down your password & stuck it to your monitor. We’ve even seen laptops with passwords stuck to the outside! Why don’t you give the neighborhood thief the keys to your car while you’re at it? Your password is your first line of defense, and should be strong as well as secret. If you really can’t manage to remember all you passwords consider using something like Keypass, which allows you to securely store the keys to everywhere your tech takes you.

There you have it! Are you guilty of any of these security faux pas? Tweet us @MannassiIT & tell us your security stories.